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”I have used a great number of telescopes; some are good, some mediocre and some bad. To me the Sky-Watcher range of instruments are very good indeed, and suited to amateurs of all kinds – and they are not priced out of the market! Excellent value.
Use them and enjoy them.“
Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS
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Ade Ashford Says...
"Having tested and reviewed a wide range of astronomical telescopes over the last couple of decades, for me there's one manufacturer that's risen above the rest in terms of delivering a coherent range of uncompromising, well-conceived designs, embodying consistently good optics and sensibly engineered mounts at very competitive prices — that's Sky-Watcher!!"
Ade Ashford BSc
Ade Ashford has tested and reviewed astronomical equipment in a professional capacity for several publications, including Sky & Telescope, Astronomy Now & BBC Sky At Night Magazine. He is currently living in New Zealand and is an astronomer at Mt John Observatory, Lake Tekapo.
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FANTASTIC ACCESSORY SET OFFER!!
Buy ANY Sky-Watcher or TAL telescope from ANY UK dealer & buy this superb
Sky-Watcher Eyepiece, Filter, Night Vision Torch & User Guide Set for just £69.00 (SRP £149.00) directly from OVL!!
Kit Comprises: 2mm, 5mm, 15mm & 20mm Long Eye Relief Eyepieces, Four Threaded Light Filters (Amber, Blue, Neutral Grey & Moon Filter) Dual - Beam LED Night Vision Torch, Astronomical Telescope User Guide, in lockable, foam-padded Aluminium Case
Terms of Offer
Just send a photocopy of your receipt with a cheque (payable to OVL) and covering note to us at the address below. Order must be placed within FOUR MONTHS of telescope purchase. Please provide a daytime telephone number and an address, for guaranteed acceptance of delivery, between 9am-5pm Mon-Fri as the goods will be delivered by carrier. FREE delivery to any UK address!!
Offer commences 25th June 2007.
Telescope purchased 25/02/07 onwards qualify for offer.
Post to: Accessory Set Offer, Optical Vision Ltd, Unit 3 Woolpit Business Park, Woolpit, Bury St.Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 9UP
(Please note: We reserve the right to discontinue this offer at any time without prior notice)
The Sky-Watcher SKYHAWK models feature shorter, more compact telescope tube lengths resulting in lighter-weight telescopes of excellent convenience and portability. They are a particularly good choice of instrument for keen beginners to astronomy, wanting larger aperture and increased performance at a relatively low cost. The Skyhawk-1145PM model with its uperb Parabolic Primary Mirror & R.A. Motor Drive, for Automatic Tracking purposes, represents an outstanding, high quality package for the more Serious Novice Astronomer. Tube material : Aluminium.
The Sky-Watcher EXPLORER range are standard Newtonian reflectors of excellent quality and versatility, ranging in aperture from a respectable 130mm to an incredible light-gulping 300mm aperture, catering for astronomers of all levels. Whether your interest is Deep-Sky, the Moon and Planets, or a combination of both, the EXPLORER range offers excellent all round Diffraction-Limited performance. Tube material : Aluminium.
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76mm (3") f/700 Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x28, x56, x70, x140
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x152
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 76mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 700mm (f/9.2)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Barlow Lens
- 6x24 Finderscope
- AZ1 Alt-Azimuth Mount
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
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SKY-WATCHER DELUXE MIRROR COATINGS
Most reflectors today usually have a coat of aluminium as the mirror surface and then an overcoat of silicon monoxide or silicon dioxide to protect it. Silicon dioxide produces a much more durable coat than silicon monoxide but requires specialized equipment to apply it and is therefore more expensive. Protection is needed, because in most reflectors, the mirror is open to the elements and deterioration of the reflective layer reduces the
resolution of the telescope.
ALL Sky-Watcher reflectors are Multi-Coated with Silicon Dioxide as standard for Optimum Durability and Long Term Performance.
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NEED MORE MAGNIFICATION? - TRY A BARLOW LENS
A x2 Barlow lens (unless already supplied) is a very useful accessory. It effectively doubles the focal length, and hence magnifying power of the objective lens. Therefore, when used in conjunction with an eyepiece, it has the effect of increasing each standard eyepiece magnification by a factor of 2, giving twice the range of standard magnifications than available before. (e.g. if your telescope offers magnifications of x20 and x50 without a Barlow lens, with a Barlow lens magnifications of x40 and x100 are also now possible). Using a Barlow lens to increase magnification also has other benefits: Improved eye relief and reduced spherical aberration in the eyepiece. a) x2 Economy 1.25" Barlow Lens (Prod.Code 475) b) x2 Deluxe Achromatic 1.25" Barlow Lens (Prod.Code 364)
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Ade Ashford Says...
"Sky-Watcher's SKYHAWK Newtonians offer the budget-conscious observer a fine balance of optical performance and a stable mount for their price. In particular, the Skyhawk-1145P, with its parabolic optics, has garnered several awards in the astronomical press for its admirable qualities that won't disappoint. This is an ideal 'scope for the Moon, bright planets and brighter deep-sky objects."
Ade Ashford BSc
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114mm (4.5") f/1000 Catadioptric Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x40, x80, x100, x200
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x228
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 114mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 1000mm (f/8.77)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Barlow Lens
- Red Dot Finder
- EQ1 Equatorial Mount
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 125% more Light Gathering than 76mm
| SKYHAWK-114 |
921 |
SRP £ 119.00 |
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114mm (4.5") f/500 Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
The SKYHAWK-1145P models feature premium-quality Parabolic Primary Mirrors, normally found in larger more expensive telescopes, to eliminate spherical aberrations, producing even sharper, higher-contrast images which are full of detail. A parabolic or more accurately a "paraboloidal" mirror, is ground to a shape which brings all incoming light rays to a perfect focus, on axis. In addition they feature 0.5mm Ultra-Thin secondary mirror supports, to reduce diffraction spikes and light loss.
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x20, x40, x50, x100
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x228
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 114mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 500mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Barlow Lens
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- Red Dot Finder
- EQ1 Equatorial Mount
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 125% more Light Gathering than 76mm
Recipient of two group test winner awards in BBC Sky at Night Magazine. This model now includes a x2 Barlow Lens!!.
"The optics were so good"....
"The review instrument certainly delivered in every important respect."
BBC Sky At Night Magazine
BEST BUDGET BUY
THE INDEPENDENT
Skyhawk-1145P
(The Ten Best Telescopes feature. Chosen by Robin Scagell, Vice President of The Society for Popular Astonomy)
With R.A. Motor Drive!!
Related Manuals
| SKYHAWK-1145P |
10709 |
SRP £ 129.00 |
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114mm (4.5") f/500 Motorised Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x20, x40, x50, x100
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x228
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 114mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 500mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Barlow Lens
- R.A. Motor Drive (D.C.)
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- Red Dot Finder
- EQ1 Equatorial Mount
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 125% more Light Gathering than 76mm
The predecessor to this model the SKYHAWK-1145 received two BEST BUY accolades in BBC Sky at Night Magazine. This model is identical but now includes an RA Motor Drive and a x2 Barlow Lens!!.
"The optics were so good"....
"The review instrument certainly delivered in every important respect."
BBC SKY AT NIGHT MAGAZINE
BEST BUDGET BUY
THE INDEPENDENT
Skyhawk-1145PM
(The Ten Best Telescopes feature. Chosen by Robin Scagell, Vice President of The Society for Popular Astonomy)
With R.A. Motor Drive!!
Related Manuals
| SKYHAWK-1145PM |
919 |
SRP £ 149.00 |
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114mm (4.5") f/500 cOMPUTERISED parabolic Newtonian Reflector
This telescope with its superb Parabolic optics provides excellent all-round performance for both the observation of the Moon & Planets and Deep-Sky objects.
"The optics were so good…Captures star clusters and brighter nebulae beautifully under dark skies"
BBC Sky At Night Magazine
- Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied): x20 & x50
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x228
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 114mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 500mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 6x24 Finderscope
- 1.25” Rack & Pinion Focuser
- SynScan™ AZ GoTo Computerised Alt-Azimuth HD Go-To Mount
- Power Requirement: 12v DC Power Supply (Tip Positive) or AA Batteries (not supplied)
- Stainless Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray
View the full details of the SynScan AZ GO-TO range here
Related Manuals
| SKYHAWK-1145P SynScan™ AZ GOTO |
208 |
SRP £ 249.00 |
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130mm (5.1") f/900 Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x36, x72, x90, x180
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x260
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 130mm
- Telescope Focal Lengh: 900mm (f/6.92)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Barlow Lens
- Red Dot Finder
- EQ2 Equatorial Mount
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 30% more Light Gathering than 114mm
"Our first test on the Sky-Watcher Explorer-130 was to check the collimation of the mirrors, which we found were well aligned. This scope has one of the largest mirrors in its price range, which is a great asset because it means it can gather more light...Optically, the quality of the field of view while studying the star Altair was very good using the supplied 25mm eyepiece. The star remained sharp across 80 per cent of the view, with only slight distortion close to the field edges….Taking everything into account, this telescope made observing the night sky enjoyable and relatively hassle free….great views coupled with ease of use."
BBC Sky At Night Magazine
Related Manuals
| Explorer-130 |
922 |
SRP £ 149.00 |
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130mm (5.1") f/900 MOTORISED Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x36, x72, x90, x180
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x260
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 130mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/6.92)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Barlow Lens
- Red Dot Finder
- EQ2 Equatorial Mount
- R.A. Motor Drive (D.C.) with Multi-Speed Handset
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 30% more Light Gathering than 114mm
(Note: The above Winners Badge applies to the Explorer-130, product code 922. The Explorer-130M is identical to this model but with the addition of an R.A. Motor Drive unit to automatically track night sky objects)
"Our first test on the Sky-Watcher Explorer-130 was to check the collimation of the mirrors, which we found were well aligned. This scope has one of the largest mirrors in its price range, which is a great asset because it means it can gather more light...Optically, the quality of the field of view while studying the star Altair was very good using the supplied 25mm eyepiece. The star remained sharp across 80 per cent of the view, with only slight distortion close to the field edges….Taking everything into account, this telescope made observing the night sky enjoyable and relatively hassle free….great views coupled with ease of use."
BBC Sky At Night Magazine
With R.A. Motor Drive!!
Related Manuals
| EXPLORER-130M |
10713 |
SRP £ 179.00 |
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Ade Ashford Says...
"All Sky-Watcher's Explorer f/5 and f/8 Newtonians feature precision parabolic mirrors that provide excellent all-round performance on the night sky. The crisp, high-resolution views and faithful colour rendering delivered by compact tube assemblies, well matched to their mounts, means that both planetary and deep-sky observers will relish them. Eminently suitable for visual and astrophotographic use."
Ade Ashford BSc
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130mm (5.1") f/650 Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
The EXPLORER-130P models feature premium-quality Parabolic Primary Mirrors, normally found in larger more expensive telescopes, to eliminate spherical aberrations, producing even sharper, higher-contrast images which are full of detail. A parabolic or more accurately a "paraboloidal" mirror, is ground to a shape which brings all incoming light rays to a perfect focus, on axis. In addition they feature 0.5mm Ultra-Thin secondary mirror supports, to reduce diffraction spikes and light loss.
- Magnifications (with Eyepieces supplied): x26 & x65
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x260
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 130mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 650mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- Red Dot Finder
- EQ2 Equatorial Mount
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 30% more Light Gathering than 114mm
"I was most impressed by the views revealed by the ‘scope during tests…Despite a phase of nearly 96 percent, the waxing gibbous Moon revealed a seemingly inexhaustible amount of fine detail... Highly recommended!"
Astronomy Now Magazine
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The quality of the star images cannot be faulted, and a higher magnification of Mars showed surface detail well
Endorsed and recommended by
Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS
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Related Manuals
| EXPLORER-130P |
10712 |
SRP £ 179.00 |
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130mm (5.1”) f/650 MOTORISED PARABOLIC REFLECTOR AUTO-TRACKING TELESCOPE
The Explorer-130P OTA has already been heaped with much praise and accolade by the media and astronomy press for its excellent Parabolic optics. It is highly recommended for the beginner or experienced observer wanting excellent results, from a telescope of decent aperture and of manageable proportions. Whether your interest is Deep-Sky, the Moon and Planets, or a combination of both, the Explorer-130P offers excellent all-round diffraction-limited performance.
The new SupaTrak™ Auto-Tracking Alt-Azimuth Mount is a heavier-duty version of the standard Auto-Tracking mount, designed to carry heavier OTA’s. This mounting, with its built-in dual-axis multi-speed Servo motors is ideal for both Astronomical & Terrestrial use. In Astronomical mode, after following the simple set-up procedure, the mount is capable of tracking astronomical objects automatically. The fully motorised mount is convenient, practical, lightweight and easy to set-up and is ideal for both beginners and experienced users alike.
Overall this is a sizzling telescope package offering a truly phenomenal, ground-breaking combination of quality, performance and value for money.
Supplied with FREE Compass!!
- Magnifications (with optics supplied): x26, x52, x65, x130
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x260
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 130mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 650mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25”): 10mm & 25mm
- X2 Barlow Lens
- Red Dot Finder
- 1.25”/31.7mm Star Diagonal
- SupaTrakTM Heavy-Duty Motorised Multi-Speed Auto-Tracking Alt-Azimuth Mount
- Power Requirement: 12v DC Power Supply (Tip Positive) or AA Batteries (not supplied)
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 30% more Light Gathering than 114mm
“Its sharp optics and relatively small central obstruction (35mm = 27%) ensure that it delivers bright, diffraction-limited images…. can view a true field of in excess of 2°…. will give you memorable views of the Moon and bright planets…. In short, it’s a great all-rounder in its class….The new SupaTrak™ mount shares more than a passing resemblance to the Celestron SLT, but the somewhat quieter and heavier duty SupaTrak sports a more robust Vixen-style dovetail clamp…. I found that the SupaTrak was capable of following a celestial object at high magnifications for tens of minutes before slowly drifting out of the field of view, which is perfectly adequate for visual use or simple webcam imaging…. If you are looking for an intuitive and far less intimidating user experience than that offered by cheaper GoTo mounts, the SupaTrak is highly recommended as a versatile grab-and-go system.”
Ade Ashford, www.scopetest.com
“I was most impressed by the views revealed by the ‘scope during tests….Despite a phase of nearly 96%, the waxing gibbous Moon revealed a seemingly inexhaustible amount of fine detail”
Astronomy Now Magazine
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¯The telescope is easy to use, and the controls and slew rate are excellent. A particularly strong point is the sturdiness of the mount for the price. There is no excessive vibration. Most suitable for the beginner.
Endorsed and recommended by
Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS
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Related Manuals
| EXPLORER-130P SupaTrakTM AUTO |
127 |
SRP £ 219.00 |
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130mm (5.1") f/650 cOMPUTERISED parabolic Newtonian Reflector
Fantastic performance from this highly capable all-rounder. Its precision Parabolic primary mirror captures 30% more precious starlight than a 114mm reflector for bright, sharp, contrasty views of a wide range of night sky objects.
"Its sharp optics and relatively small central obstruction ensure s that it delivers bright, diffraction-limited images….can view a true field in excess of 2°….will give you memorable views of the Moon and bright planets…In short, it’s a great all-rounder in its class"
Ade Ashford, www.scopetest.com
"I was most impressed by the views revealed by the ‘scope during tests….Despite a phase of nearly 96 percent, the waxing gibbous Moon revealed a seemingly inexhaustible amount of fine detail"
Astronomy Now Magazine
- Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied): x36 & x90
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x260
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 130mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 650mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 6x30 Finderscope
- 2” Rack & Pinion Focuser with 1.25” adaptor
- SynScan™ AZ GoTo Computerised Alt-Azimuth HD Go-To Mount
- Power Requirement: 12v DC 1Amp Power Supply (Tip Positive) or AA Batteries (not supplied)
- Stainless Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 30% more Light Gathering than 114mm
View the full details of the SynScan AZ GO-TO range here
Related Manuals
| EXPLORER-130P SynScan™ AZ GOTO |
209 |
SRP £ 299.00 |
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150MM (6") F/750 Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied): x30, x60, x75, x150
- Highest Practical Power (potential):x300
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 150mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 750mm (f/5)
- Tube assembly available separately
- Supplied complete with 10mm & 25mm eyepieces
- 6x30 finderscope
- x2 Barlow lens 1.25" (with camera adaptor)
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- EQ3-2 Deluxe Equatorial Mount
- Built in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 33% more Light Gathering than 130mm
- Tube rings and dovetail mounting bar
"Good for advanced observing"....."Saturn was a stunning sight"
BBC Sky At Night Magazine
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”Optical quality good, and this is a good telescope for the amateur. On the EQ3-2 mounting the total comes to £289, and this is excellent value for the serious beginner.”
Endorsed and recommended by
Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS
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| EXP-150P (EQ3-2) |
10912/20448 |
SRP £ 279.00 |
Gallery Images
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EXPLORER-150P (OTA)
150mm (6") f/750 Parabolic Newtonian Reflector
Tube Assembly available separately. Supplied complete with 10mm and 25mm eyepieces, 6x30 finderscope, x2 Barlow lens, tube rings and dovetail mounting bar.
Product Code 912
SRP £159.99
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150MM (6") F/750 COMPUTERISED GO-TO PARABOLIC NEWTONIAN REFLECTOR TELESCOPE
- Magnification (with eyepieces supplied): x30, x60, x75, x150
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 150mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 750mm (f/5)
- Eyepiece Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Deluxe Barlow Lens 1.25"(with camera adaptor)
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 6x30 Finderscope
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- EQ3 PRO SynScan Computerised GOTO Equatorial Mount (Requires 12 volt DC Power Supply)
- 42,900+ Object database containing complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues.
- Built-in Dual-Axis Stepper Motors
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 77% more Light Gathering than 150mm
PLEASE NOTE: The Motor Control box supplied (situated left of handset in above picture) is designed to clamp onto 1.75” Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe tripod legs. In this instance the Motor Control Box should be attached with either cord or Velcro (Not Supplied)
| EXPLORER-150P(EQ3 PRO SynScan™) |
10912/20230 |
SRP £ 588.00 |
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150MM (6") F/1200 COMPUTERISED GO-TO PARABOLIC NEWTONIAN REFLECTOR TELESCOPE
- Magnification (with eyepieces supplied): x48, x96, x120, x240
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 150mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 1200mm (f/8)
- Eyepiece Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Deluxe Barlow Lens 1.25"(with camera adaptor)
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 6x30 Finderscope
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- EQ3 PRO SynScan Computerised GOTO Equatorial Mount (Requires 12 volt DC Power Supply)
- 42,900+ Object database containing complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogues.
- Built-in Dual-Axis Stepper Motors
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 77% more Light Gathering than 150mm
PLEASE NOTE: The Motor Control box supplied (situated left of handset in above picture) is designed to clamp onto 1.75” Diameter Stainless Steel Pipe tripod legs. In this instance the Motor Control Box should be attached with either cord or Velcro (Not Supplied)
Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!
| EXPLORER-150PL (EQ3 PRO SynScan™) |
10949/20230 |
SRP £ 568.00 |
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150mm (6") f/1200 Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied): x48, x96, x120 & x240
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x300
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 150mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 1200mm (f/8)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- X2 Deluxe Barlow Lens 1.25" (with Camera Adaptor)
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 6x30 Finderscope
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- EQ3-2 Deluxe Equatorial Mount
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- Aluminium Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 33% more Light Gathering than 130mm
"Many contemporary observers severely underestimate what a quality telescope of this size is capable of revealing.
The fit and finish of the Explorer-150PL is typical of Sky-Watchers contemporary products - in other words, extremely good for the money. The rigid yet lightweight rolled steel tube has an unobtrusive seam and the gorgeous slightly metallic sky blue paint finish contrasts nicely with the rounded black tube end castings.
M13, the great Hercules globular cluster, was a magnificent sight despite urban light pollution with resolved components across the core with innumerable peripheral stars. Verdict: a reborn classic that I can't recommend highly enough for the price.."
Ade Ashford, www.scopetest.com
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Endorsed and recommended by
Sir Patrick Moore CBE FRS
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Related Manuals
| EXP-150PL(EQ3-2) |
10949/20448 |
SRP £ 279.00 |
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EXPLORER-150PL (OTA)
150MM (6") f/1200 Parabolic Newtonian Reflector
Tube assembly available separately. Supplied complete with 10mm & 25mm eyepieces, 6x30 finderscope, x2 Barlow lens, tube rings and dovetail mounting bar.
Product Code 949
SRP £169.00
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Sky-Watcher 7Ah Rechargeable Power Tank
- Multi-purpose Rechargeable Power Supply ideal for use with Sky-Watcher SynScan and SupaTrak mountings
- Built-in 12V 7 Ah Sealed Lead Acid Rechargeable Battery with Diagostic LED Display, Protective Fuse.
- Built-in Multi-angle 500,000 cp Halogen Spotlight
- 2 x DC 12V output car jack
- DC 3, 6, 9V output jack
- Booster Terminal on real side
- Built-in flashlight with ON/OFF/FLASH function
- Built-in Circuit Breaker for safety operation
- DC cord with car plug is included
- Light diffuser for flashlight is included
- Mains charger, with UK & Euro adaptor plugs
| Sky-Watcher 7Ah Rechargeable Power Tank |
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SRP £ 54.99 |
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200mm (8") f/1000 Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnifications (with eyepieces supplied): x40, x80, x100, x200
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x400
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 200mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 1000mm (f/5)
- Eyepiece Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Deluxe Barlow Lens 1.25" (with Camera Adaptor)
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 9x50 Finderscope
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- EQ5 Deluxe Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- 1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 77% more Light Gathering than 150mm
"The Explorer-200P passed all our tests with flying colours and was a delight to use both optically and mechanically... The overall stability of the system impressed us...The mount was the most stable in the test with no flexing at all...The quality of its views just pushed it ahead of the Europa, giving us a very enjoyable look at all of our test objects."
BBC Sky At Night Magazine
(July 2009 Group Test versus the Orion Optics UK Europa-200 f/4.5 De-Luxe and the Konusky-200 Motor)
Related Manuals
| EXP-200P (EQ5) |
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SRP £ 399.00 |
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EXPLORER-200P (OTA)
200mm (8") f/1000 P)arabolic Newtonian Reflector
Tube assembly available separately. Supplied complete with 10mm and 25mm eyepieces, 9x50 finderscope, x2 Deluxe Barlow lens, Tube Rings and Dovetail Mounting Bar.
Product Code 923
SRP £269.00
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200mm (8") f/1000 Motorised Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
Please note SYNTREK mount colour supplied is WHITE
- Magnification (with eyepieces supplied): x40, x80, x100, x200
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x400
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 200mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 1000mm (f/5)
- Eyepiece Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Deluxe Barlow Lens 1.25" (with camera adaptor)
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 9x50 Finderscope
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- HEQ5 SYNTREKTM Super Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount
- Built-in Dual-Axis Motor Drives
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- 1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 77% more Light Gathering than 150mm
Built-in Dual-Axis Motor Drive - Easily Upgradeable to GO-TO!!
| EXP-200P(HEQ5 SYNTREKTM) |
923/850 |
SRP £ 898.00 |
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200mm (8") f/1000 Computerised GOTO Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnification (with eyepieces supplied): x40, x80, x100, x200
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x400
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 200mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 1000mm (f/5)
- Eyepiece Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Deluxe Barlow Lens 1.25"(with camera adaptor)
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 9x50 Finderscope
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- EQ5 SynScanTM Computerised GOTO Equatorial Mount (Requires 12 volt DC Power Supply)
- Built-in Dual-Axis Stepper Motors
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- 1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 77% more Light Gathering than 150mm
Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!
EXPLORER-200P
(EQ5 SynScanTM) |
923/981 |
SRP £ 748.00 |
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Sky-Watcher 17Ah Rechargeable Power Tank
- Multi-function rechargeable power supply for use with Sky-Watcher SynScan and SupaTrak mountings
- 250A Cranking Amp, Jump Start System – 5 sec
- Radio – AM/FM/SIREN
- Built-in Spotlight/Flashlight
- Angle adjustable Halogen Spotlight – said to be 800,000cp
- Built-in Circuit Breaker and fuse to Ensure Safe Operation
- Diagnostics L.E.D. shows Battery Status
- Multi-Voltage D.C. Output – 12V/9V/6V/3V
- Cord Storage Compartment
- Built-in booster cable set in a well protected compartment
- Detachable flashlight with ON/OFF/FLASH function
- Built-in 12V 17Ah Sealed Lead-Acid rechargeable battery
- DC Cord with car plug is included
- Mains charger, with UK & Euro adaptor plugs
| Sky-Watcher 17Ah Rechargeable Power Tank |
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SRP £ 99.99 |
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200mm (8") f/1000 Computerised GOTO Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnification (with eyepieces supplied): x40, x80, x100, x200
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x400
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 200mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 1000mm (f/5)
- Eyepiece Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- x2 Deluxe Barlow Lens 1.25"(with camera adaptor)
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 9x50 Finderscope
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- HEQ5 PRO SynScanTM Super Heavy-Duty Computerised GOTO Equatorial Mount (Requires 12 volt DC Power Supply)
- Built-in Dual-Axis Stepper Motors
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- 1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 77% more Light Gathering than 150mm
Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!
| EXP-200P(HEQ5 PRO SynScanTM) |
923/886 |
SRP £ 1048.00 |
Gallery Images
Click on images for larger view of photos taken using this telescope model
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| Photo courtesy of: Peter Roth, Toronto, ON, Canada |
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| Photo courtesy of: Peter Roth, Toronto, ON, Canada |
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| Photo courtesy of: Rob Bower, Island Grove, Ontario, Canada |
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| Photo courtesy of: Rob Bower, Island Grove, Ontario, Canada |
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300mm (12") f/1500 Computerised GO-TO Parabolic Newtonian Reflector Telescope
- Magnifications (with Eyepieces supplied): x60 & x150
- Highest Practical Power (Potential): x600
- Diameter of Primary Mirror: 300mm
- Telescope Focal Length: 1500mm (f/5)
- Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser
- Parabolic Primary Mirror
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports
- 9x50 Finderscope
- Direct SLR Camera Connection
- NEQ6 PRO SynScanTMDeluxe Super Heavy-Duty Computerised GO-TO Equatorial Mount (requires 12 volt DC Power Supply)
- Built-in Dual-Axis Stepper Motors
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder
- 2" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray
- 44% more Light Gathering than 250mm
Precision Computerised GO-TO Mount!!
“Compared to our own 250mm f/5 Newtonian reflector, the extra light gathered by the Explorer-300P was obvious. We got impressive views of a wide range of celestial objects. Galaxies such as M65 & M66 in Leo were wonderful, with strong hints of subtle detail along their spiral discs. The nearby galaxy NGC 3628 also stood out well. Nebulae shone against the background sky. M1, the Crab Nebula, showed varying degrees of mottling and scalloped edges – very satisfying indeed. The Orion Nebula, M42-43, was awash with nebulosity and we found we could easily get lost amongst the detail.. At its centre, the Trapezium group of stars sparkled and, at the highest magnifications , we spotted several of its fainter mag. +10 stars, even though the atmosphere wasn’t as steady as we would have liked for such high-magnification views. Detail Explosion: Late into the night we selected the globular cluster M13 from the hand-controller. As it swung into the field of view it was breathtaking, with swarms of stars looking like bees around a honey pot. The view was so good that we noticed a dark feature, commonly known as the Propeller, superimposed on one side of the cluster. It was easily the best view of the cluster we’ve ever had….For crystal clear views of deep space, this is hard to beat!”
BBC Sky At Night Magazine
| EXP-300P (NEQ6 PRO SynScanTM) |
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SRP £ 1499.00 |
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